Welcome to Contract Specialist Jobs

Find out what it takes to succeed as a contract specialist by exploring job requirements, preferred qualifications, potential employers, and more. Contracts specialists are highly sought-after professionals in numerous industries, including federal government, healthcare, and technology.

Job Requirements

Contract specialists typically require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field and experience with contract negotiation and management. Understanding of contract law and regulatory requirements is a must.

Career Path and Progression

With experience, contract specialists can advance to positions like contract manager, director of contracts, or even vice president of contracts, managing larger contract portfolios and teams.

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$65K - $104K *

Discover an opportunity to support trade compliance operations, handle day-to-day import/export activities, and ensure regulatory adherence, fostering collaboration across teams to enhance supply chai...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Engineer compliance strategies and lead regulatory interface, ensuring accountability across all operations and interactions with regulatory authorities, while fostering a culture of compliance within...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping financial strategies for international contingencies. Collaborate with defense leadership to analyze budget data, craft reports, and support decision-making processes in a f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$124K - $208K *

Deliver essential compliance solutions as a Senior Analyst for Indirect Government Rates. Own the end-to-end process, enhance financial models, and lead audits while collaborating cross-functionally t...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $225K *

Shape the future of infrastructure projects by leading capital construction initiatives, managing multifaceted teams, and ensuring delivery aligns with strategic objectives, quality standards, and bud...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing and coordinating aircraft leasing contracts while ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company policies. Collaborate with various stakeholders to streamline flee...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K *

Contribute to project success by facilitating communications, maintaining documentation, and ensuring compliance across multiple multifamily construction projects, enabling project teams to deliver on...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$116K - $155K *

Lead project readiness efforts to ensure execution-ready projects through strategic planning, risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration for smooth delivery from development to execution...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$116K - $155K *

Join a team that's transforming project execution by leading preconstruction efforts. Drive project readiness, evaluate risks, and facilitate collaboration across functions to ensure successful delive...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Transform the preconstruction landscape by leading cost control, estimating, and analysis for multiple projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and excellence in project delive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$116K - $155K *

Drive project readiness by leading planning, risk assessments, and execution strategies. Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions from development to delivery, contributing to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$91K - $138K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing Contractor Assurance programs. Utilize your expertise to monitor project execution, develop key documentation, and foster relationships with stakeholders, all w...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Elevate procurement strategies by supporting the Blue Point project with expert execution, stakeholder engagement, and supplier management, ensuring compliance with process improvements to drive proje...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $157K *

Champion supplier partnerships by managing complex relationships, driving strategic growth, and delivering optimal cost and performance management through effective governance and collaboration with i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $160K *

Lead critical infrastructure risk management efforts, providing expertise to enhance Defense Industrial Base resilience and supporting senior leaders with technical advice and comprehensive analysis o...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Manage and lead contract administration for large LNG projects, ensuring effective negotiation, compliance, and oversight of complex agreements and teams. Collaborate with experts to define strategies...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$196K - $236K *

Lead the charge in managing contractor support operations for government programs. Drive strategic improvements and oversee high-impact projects ensuring alignment with agency objectives while facilit...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$196K - $236K *

Build advanced operational strategies as the lead for contractor support, managing complex portfolios, driving special initiatives, and providing vital strategic guidance to government leaders to enha...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$83K - $146K *

Engineer innovative contracts management solutions to support a dynamic team, driving efficiency through robust negotiations and strategic advisory across multiple business functions...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Innovate by leading a dynamic Contracts team, managing complex proposals, and developing strong relationships within defense contracting to enhance mission-critical capabilities...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping cutting-edge avionics and military contracts, driving strategic direction for diverse programs while ensuring compliance and delivering mission-critical capabilities to cust...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Bring your expertise to lead end-to-end procurement management, ensuring operational excellence through strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and compliance, while driving initiatives...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Collaborate with project teams to enhance subcontractor and vendor hiring processes, ensuring timely and budget-friendly procurement for construction projects with a focus on strong relationships and...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Optimize procurement strategies by managing vendor relationships, analyzing performance metrics, and supporting contract negotiations to align with organizational goals, all while facilitating key ini...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $120K *

Optimize procurement strategies by analyzing oncology drug data, ensuring cost efficiency, and enhancing supplier performance to support a multi-site healthcare environment through strategic insights...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a contract specialist do?question toggle

    A contract specialist drafts, evaluates, negotiates, and executes contracts. They ensure that contracts adhere to laws and regulations and protect a company's legal and financial interests.

  • What industries employ contract specialists?question toggle

    Almost every industry requires contract specialists. Popular industries include government, healthcare, technology, and military defense.

  • How much can a contract specialist earn?question toggle

    At Ladders, we host contract specialist jobs paying $100k and above. However, the salary may vary depending on location, industry, and level of experience.

  • What skills are required for a contract specialist job?question toggle

    Some key skills include negotiation, attention to detail, understanding of contract laws, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.